Aircraft Painter

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Training on new paints

Diverse aircraft projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Painter to join its finishing team in Queenstown. You will apply high-quality exterior finishes to aircraft, ensuring protection and aesthetic appeal while following strict procedures and safety guidelines.

In this role you will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, mix paints, and interpret color schemes. The position offers growth through training on new paint technologies and exposure to diverse aircraft exteriors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an aircraft painter or in a high-quality finishing role.
• Knowledge of aircraft paints, primers, and coatings and their application methods.
• Experience with surface preparation techniques such as sanding, filling, and masking.
• Ability to interpret paint schemes, stencils, and color matching charts.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity; comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming.
• Apply paint coatings using spraying, brushing, or rolling for even coverage.
• Mix and blend paints to match specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Follow detailed work instructions and liveries accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace adhering to health and environmental regulations.

Skills

Aircraft painting

Paint types & coatings

Surface prep

Color matching

Attention to detail

Work at heights

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Aircraft Painter to join their finishing team in Queenstown . This role is responsible for applying high-quality paint finishes to aircraft exteriors, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and protection against environmental factors. You will work with specialized paints and coatings, adhering to strict procedures and safety guidelines to achieve superior results. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the visual presentation and longevity of aircraft within a dedicated maintenance and finishing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying primers and sealants.
• Apply paint coatings using various techniques such as spraying, brushing, and rolling, ensuring uniform coverage and finish.
• Mix and blend paints according to specifications, maintaining color consistency and adherence to manufacturer requirements.
• Follow detailed work instructions, stencils, and livery designs accurately.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to paint application.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an aircraft painter or in a similar industrial painting role requiring high-quality finishing.
• Knowledge of different types of aircraft paints, primers, and coatings, and their application methods.
• Experience with surface preparation techniques, including sanding, filling, and masking.
• Ability to interpret paint schemes, stencils, and color matching charts.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work at heights and in confined spaces in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience in aircraft painting.
• Opportunity to work on diverse aircraft exteriors and liveries.
• Training on new paint technologies and materials.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A role contributing to the visual excellence and protection of aircraft.